soup Recipes
204 delicious soup recipes from around the world
Sopa de Mondongo
A traditional and hearty Venezuelan tripe soup, slow-cooked with a medley of vegetables until tender and flavorful. This dish is known for its rich taste and is often considered a comforting meal, perfect for any occasion.
Sopa de Papa (Colombian Potato Soup)
A creamy and comforting Colombian potato soup, featuring a delightful balance of smooth and chunky textures. Perfect for a hearty meal.
Sopa de Pescado (Venezuelan Fish Soup)
A light and flavorful coastal-style fish soup, brimming with tender vegetables and fresh fish. This comforting soup is a staple in Venezuelan coastal regions, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Sopa de Plátano (Venezuelan Plantain Soup)
A creamy and comforting Venezuelan soup made from green plantains, offering a subtly sweet and hearty flavor. Perfect for a light meal or a starter.
Sopa de Tortilla
A comforting and flavorful Mexican tortilla soup featuring a rich tomato-chili broth, garnished with crispy tortilla strips, creamy avocado, crumbled queso fresco, and a drizzle of crema. Perfect for any occasion.
Tacacá
A vibrant and unique Amazonian soup, Tacacá features a tangy tucupí broth infused with aromatic garlic, tender dried shrimp, and the tingling sensation of jambu leaves, all thickened with tapioca pearls. It's known for its distinctive mouth-numbing effect, a signature of the jambu herb.
Viudo de Pescado
A hearty and flavorful fish soup from the Tolima region of Colombia, featuring tender chunks of river fish, starchy yuca, and sweet plantain, all brought together with fresh cilantro.
Ads (Egyptian Red Lentil Soup)
A simple yet deeply comforting Egyptian red lentil soup, flavored with aromatic cumin and brightened with fresh lemon. This dish, known as 'Ads' in Egypt, is a staple for its nourishing qualities and ease of preparation.
Banga Soup
A rich and flavorful Nigerian soup from the Niger Delta region, made from palm fruit extract and assorted meats/fish, seasoned with traditional spices.
Bissara (Moroccan Fava Bean Soup)
A hearty and comforting Moroccan street food classic, Bissara is a thick, pureed soup made from dried fava beans, seasoned with cumin and garlic, and finished with a generous drizzle of olive oil. Traditionally enjoyed as a breakfast dish, it's perfect for a chilly morning.
Creamy Butternut Squash Soup with Ginger
A rich and creamy butternut squash soup, subtly spiced with fresh ginger. Perfect for a comforting meal.
Edikaikong
A rich and flavorful Nigerian vegetable soup, particularly a specialty of the Efik people, made with a vibrant mix of fluted pumpkin leaves (Ugu) and waterleaf. This hearty dish is packed with assorted meats, seafood, and aromatic spices.
Edikang Ikong Soup
A rich and nutritious Nigerian vegetable soup, traditionally made with pumpkin leaves (ugu) and water leaves, simmered with assorted meats and fish. This hearty soup is a staple in Efik and Ibibio cuisine.
Egusi Soup
A rich and hearty Nigerian staple, this Egusi soup is made from ground melon seeds, simmered with assorted meats, fish, and vibrant leafy greens. It's a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Egusi Soup (Traditional)
Nigeria's rich and hearty Egusi soup, made from ground melon seeds, is a staple in many households. This recipe focuses on the traditional 'fried' method, resulting in a thick, nutritious soup loaded with assorted meats, fish, and vibrant greens. Its complex flavor profile and satisfying texture make it a celebratory dish.
Egyptian Dried Molokhia Soup
A comforting and flavorful Egyptian soup made from dried molokhia leaves, perfect for enjoying this classic dish year-round. This recipe focuses on the dried leaf method, offering a rich and aromatic experience.
Ewedu Soup
A traditional Nigerian soup made from jute leaves (Ewedu), known for its slimy texture and rich, earthy flavor. Often served with Gbegiri (beans soup) and Amala.
Fufu with Light Soup
A classic Ghanaian dish featuring a smooth, stretchy dough made from pounded cassava and plantain, served in a rich, spicy tomato-based soup with tender meat. Traditionally eaten by hand, it's a hearty and flavorful meal.
Gbegiri (Nigerian Bean Soup)
A smooth, thick, and flavorful Nigerian bean soup, traditionally served as part of the 'abula' combination with ewedu and stew. Gbegiri is made from pureed beans and gets its characteristic golden hue and rich flavor from palm oil.
Harira
A hearty and flavorful Moroccan tomato and lentil soup, enriched with chickpeas, herbs, and often lamb or beef. Traditionally served to break the fast during Ramadan, it's a comforting and nourishing meal.
Harira Fassia (Fez-Style Harira)
A rich and aromatic Fez-style harira, a quintessential Moroccan soup traditionally enjoyed to break the fast during Ramadan. This version features tender lamb, hearty legumes, and a distinct blend of spices, thickened with a traditional flour slurry.
Kawareh (Egyptian Cow Feet Soup)
A deeply flavorful and comforting Egyptian soup made from slow-cooked cow feet, infused with aromatic spices. This traditional dish is known for its rich, gelatinous broth and tender meat, often served with crusty bread and a tangy vinegar dressing.
Kikil (Ethiopian Lamb Soup)
A comforting and mild Ethiopian lamb soup, fragrant with ginger and garlic. This version focuses on the pure flavors of the lamb and aromatics, without the addition of berbere spice.
Miyan Kuka (Baobab Leaf Soup)
A traditional Northern Nigerian delicacy, Miyan Kuka is a hearty soup made from dried baobab leaves, known for its unique earthy flavor and characteristic 'draw' or slimy consistency. It's often served with Tuwo Shinkafa (a pounded yam or rice swallow).